Berry Wax – The Gentle Texture Enhancer for a Silky Skin Feel
Discover berry wax (Rhus Verniciflua Cera), the vegan and exceptionally soft alternative to beeswax. This high-quality plant wax is derived from the fruit skins of the lacquer sumac and is known in natural cosmetics for its unique texture.
It gives your products stability without making them heavy or sticky—for an incomparably soft, almost creamy feel on the skin.
A Versatile Ingredient for Protection and Care
Berry wax is a true specialist when it comes to optimizing the consistency of your homemade cosmetics:
Vegan alternative: Ideal for purely plant-based formulations and as a gentler substitute for harder waxes.
Lip care expert: Thanks to its low melting point, it melts delicately on the lips and leaves them feeling supple.
Protection for sensitive skin: It forms a light protective film that nourishes skin in particular need of protection without clogging pores.
Versatile for hair and makeup: Perfectly suited for hair care products, decorative cosmetics (such as lipsticks), and rich body lotions.
Formulation Flexibility
Whether in a light lotion or a rich protective cream—berry wax works exceptionally well in various types of emulsions:
O/W emulsions: Gives light creams structure and a matte finish.
W/O emulsions: Supports the stability of richer protective ointments.
Application & Technical Data
Due to its moderate melting point, berry wax can be processed in a very energy-efficient and gentle manner.
Property Details Melting Point 48 – 52 °C Usage (O/W) 1 – 2 % Usage (W/O) 3 – 5 %
Processing Instructions:
Simply melt the berry wax together with the oil phase of your formulation. Its relatively low melting point makes it particularly easy to work with.
Popular Applications:
Care sticks & balms: For lips or dry skin areas (elbow creases, ankles).
Face creams: To provide a gentle texture for combination and dry skin.
Hair styling products: Provides hold and shine without weighing down the hair.
Body butters: Improves spreadability and absorption.